Investigating the Duke (Suddenly a Duke Book 8)

A serious clergyman whose brothers die, leaving him an unexpected duke. A woman who is making her way as a Bow Street runner. An investigation that leads them to the truth—and each other . . .

Jasper Lincoln is happy tending to his congregation when news arrives of his brother’s death in battle. Jasper’s father, ailing for several months, slips away, unable to bear the news. And on that same night, Jasper’s brother, Lord Sutton, drunkenly falls down the stairs, dying instantly, making Jasper a sudden duke. He harbors lingering suspicions about these two deaths and seeks help at Bow Street.

Orphan Shelby Slade grew up on the cruel streets of London, surviving as a pickpocket until being rescued by Mr. Franklin, head of the Bow Street runners. Shelby finds her purpose, becoming the only female agent at Bow Street. She is assigned to the Duke of Edgehaven’s case and fights the growing attraction she feels for the solemn clergyman-turned-duke.

As her inquiry proceeds, Shelby believes the previous duke was poisoned with arsenic and that the new duke’s niece, who has suddenly turned mute, may have witnessed her own father’s murder. Together, with Edgehaven’s help, she searches for answers, wanting to uncover the truth regarding both deaths.

Will Shelby’s investigation lead to discovering the killer’s identity—and will she live long enough to claim happiness with Jasper?

Find the answer in Alexa Aston’s Investigating the Duke, Book 8 in Suddenly a Duke.

Each book in the Suddenly a Duke series is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order and can be read for free with Kindle Unlimited.

Suddenly a Duke Series Order:

Book 1 – Portrait of the Duke – Daniel & Margaret
Book 2 – Music for the Duke – Henry & Fia
Book 3 – Polishing the Duke – Pierce & Nalyssa
Book 4 – Designs on the Duke – Elijah & Abby
Book 5 – Fashioning the Duke – Fox & Delaney
Book 6 – Love Blooms with the Duke – Xander & Willa
Book 7 – Training the Duke – Cy & Finola
Book 8 – Investigating the Duke – Jasper & Shelby

Search for the title using (opens in a new window).

Alternatively, the author has provided links that you can use to buy the book.

If you want to see the link before you click - hover over a Click to Choose link in the list above.

If you don't see the country or format you want to buy - try a Google Search - this may deliver a book that fits your region or needs.

Important: You don't purchase through Wise Grey Owl - the author decides where you purchase her/his book and provides a link to the purchase site. Wise Grey Owl is not responsible for external links. Please validate the link before you click using a reputable virus checking application.